Yatton Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Yatton's overall crime rate in October 2024 stood at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.6% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This performance positions the area as one of the safer built-up regions in North Somerset. The breakdown reveals a distinct pattern in crime distribution: anti-social behaviour (24 incidents, 32.9% of total) emerged as the most prevalent category, followed by violence and sexual offences (20 incidents, 27.4%). These figures contrast sharply with the UK average for anti-social behaviour, which is 1.3 per 1,000, suggesting Yatton's local dynamics may involve factors such as community interactions or seasonal pressures. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings and Halloween—may have influenced patterns. Property crimes (20 incidents) and violent crimes (20 incidents) were evenly distributed, reflecting a balanced but active crime profile. While shoplifting and vehicle crime rates were below UK averages, the surge in anti-social behaviour demands closer attention. This could be attributed to the area's character as a mixed-use built-up zone with a blend of residential and commercial activity, where community engagement and local events might interact with crime trends in complex ways. The relatively low rates of drug-related offences and criminal damage further indicate a stable environment, though the sharp increase in anti-social behaviour warrants contextual analysis.

October 2024 saw a dramatic 1100% increase in anti-social behaviour incidents, rising from 2 to 24 cases—a stark shift from the previous month. This surge, which outpaced UK averages by 86%, may be linked to the transition into darker evenings and the timing of Halloween, though no definitive causal link is established. Meanwhile, other theft and public order offences both rose by 250% and 12.5% respectively, highlighting a potential shift in crime mix toward more visible, community-level disturbances. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 50%, and vehicle crime decreased by 15%, suggesting some categories are stabilising. Yatton's shoplifting rate (0.6 per 1,000) was 17% below the UK average, possibly reflecting the area's retail profile or effective local policing. For residents, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour—a 11-fold increase from September—presents a clear concern, with 24 incidents accounting for over a third of all crimes reported. This contrast with the UK average for the same category underscores Yatton's unique local context. The balanced distribution of property and violent crimes also indicates a broader, more generalised crime environment compared to areas with more pronounced specialisation in particular categories.

Yatton's crime rate in October 2024 (7.4 per 1,000) represented a 55.4% increase compared to September's rate of 4.8 per 1,000, reflecting a significant month-on-month shift. Over the 31-day period, this translated to approximately 2 crimes per day—slightly higher than the average for built-up areas but still below the UK-wide average. When scaled to the area's population of 9,831, the monthly exposure equated to 1 reported crime for roughly every 135 residents, a figure that contextualises the impact on the local community. This monthly aggregate, while not directly comparable to UK-wide statistics (which are not provided on a daily basis), offers a tangible measure of how frequently residents might encounter crime. The previous month's rate (4.8 per 1,000) suggests a sudden uptick in October. This contrast with September's lower rate highlights the volatility of crime trends in built-up areas, where seasonal factors and local events can influence statistics. The 1-in-135 resident figure, while modest, underscores that crime remains a present concern, particularly given the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour. Residents may find this statistic useful for understanding the relative risk compared to other areas, though the lack of UK-specific daily figures limits direct comparisons. The overall picture indicates a moderate but noticeable increase in crime frequency over the month, warranting further contextual analysis of local dynamics.